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A groundbreaking, haunting, and profoundly moving history of modernity's greatest tragedy: concentration camps.For over 100 years, at least one concentration camp has existed somewhere on Earth. First used as battlefield strategy, camps have evolved with each passing decade, in the scope of their effects and the savage practicality with which governments have employed them. Even in the twentyfirst century, as we continue to reckon with the magnitude and horror of the Holocaust, history tells us we have broken our own solemn promise of 'never again.'In this harrowing work based on archival records and interviews during travel to four continents, Andrea Pitzer reveals for the first time the chronological and geopolitical history of concentration camps. Beginning with 1890s Cuba, she pinpoints concentration camps around the world and across decades. From the Philippines and Southern Africa in the early twentieth century to the Soviet Gulag and detention camps in China and North Korea during the Cold War, camp systems have been used as tools for civilian relocation and political repression. Often justified as a measure to protect a nation, or even the interned groups themselves, camps have instead served as brutal and dehumanizing sites that have claimed the lives of millions.Drawing from exclusive testimony, landmark historical scholarship, and stunning research, Andrea Pitzer unearths the roots of this appalling phenomenon, exploring and exposing the staggering toll of the camps: our greatest atrocities, the extraordinary survivors, and even the intimate, quiet moments that have also been part of camp life during the past century.'Masterly'The New YorkerA Smithsonian Magazine Best History Book of the Year
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'One Long Night: A Global History of Concentration Camps'? A: The book provides a comprehensive history of concentration camps, detailing their evolution and impact over more than a century across various geopolitical contexts.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Andrea Pitzer, known for her extensive research and writing on the history of concentration camps.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 480 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'One Long Night' published? A: The book was published on September 19, 2017.
- Q: What is the intended audience for this book? A: This book is intended for readers interested in history, particularly those who want to understand the complex realities of concentration camps and their historical significance.
- Q: Does this book include personal testimonies? A: Yes, the book draws from exclusive testimonies, archival records, and interviews to provide a nuanced view of life within concentration camps.
- Q: Is 'One Long Night' suitable for academic research? A: Yes, the book is based on historical scholarship and extensive research, making it a valuable resource for academic study on the topic.
- Q: What critical acclaim has this book received? A: The book has been praised as 'masterly' by The New Yorker and recognized as a Best History Book of the Year by Smithsonian Magazine.
- Q: Can I buy this book as a gift? A: Yes, the book makes a thoughtful gift for anyone interested in history, human rights, or social justice.